2026 Kentucky Derby horses, odds, predictions, posts: Expert who hit 12 Derby-Oaks Doubles unveils picks
The 2026 Kentucky Derby is set for Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs with a 6:57 p.m. ET post time, featuring a tightly contested field of 20 horses and no clear favorite. Renegade is the 4-1 favorite, followed by Further Ado and Commandment at 6-1 each, with seven horses listed at 15-1 or lower. Veteran handicapper Jody Demling, known for correctly predicting past Derby outcomes, has released his 2026 Kentucky Derby picks, including fading Chief Wallabee and backing longshot Fulleffort. With value opportunities across the board, Demling’s full analysis and bets are available at SportsLine.
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2026 Kentucky Derby horses, odds, predictions, posts: Expert who hit 12 Derby-Oaks Doubles unveils picks When is the Kentucky Derby 2026? Jody Demling, who nailed a $1,682 Derby superfecta last year, reveals his 2026 Kentucky Derby picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs By Ross Kelly Apr 28, 2026 at 9:13 am ET • 3 min read Imagn Images All eyes will be on Churchill Downs on May 2 for the 2026 Kentucky Derby with a 6:57 p.m. ET post time. Instead of one clear favorite, the 152nd "Run for the Roses" features a whopping seven horses with 2026 Kentucky Derby odds at 15-1 or lower.
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